Ocasio-Cortez endorsed progressive candidate Abdul el Sayed earlier in July 2026 and has characterized her support as a referendum on special interests and dark money in Democratic primaries.

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Washington ExaminerRight · Jul 23, 11:01 PM

Ocasio-Cortez framed her support for el Sayed as a referendum on special interests and dark money in Democratic primaries

Cites: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez · Details: a referendum on the role of special interests and dark money in Democratic primaries

Washington ExaminerRight · Jul 23, 11:01 PM

Ocasio-Cortez endorsed progressive candidate Abdul el Sayed earlier this month

Cites: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez · Details: earlier this month; Abdul el Sayed